Who is A. R. Rahman

A. R. Rahman Biography

A. R. Rahman is an Indian musician and composer who has achieved international fame for his work in the film industry. He has won numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe, for his film scores and soundtracks. Rahman has also released several albums of his own music and collaborated with artists from around the world. He is known for his ability to blend traditional Indian music with modern Western influences and has been praised for his innovative and experimental approach to music.

A. R. Rahman Facts

  • Rahman was born on January 6, 1967, in Chennai, India. His birth name was A. S. Dileep Kumar, but he later changed it to A. R. Rahman.
  • Rahman began his music career as a session musician and composer for advertisements and films. His breakthrough came in 1992 when he composed the score for the Tamil film "Roja."
  • Rahman is known for his fusion of Indian classical music with contemporary sounds, and has composed music in a wide variety of genres, including film scores, pop, and world music.
  • Rahman has won numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe.
  • In addition to his musical work, Rahman is also known for his philanthropic efforts, and has supported a wide variety of causes, including education and disaster relief.
  • Rahman is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians in the Indian film industry, and his music has been praised for its innovative and experimental approach.
  • Rahman has collaborated with a wide range of musicians and artists throughout his career, including Michael Jackson, U2, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
  • In recognition of his contributions to music and culture, Rahman has been honored with several prestigious awards and honors, including the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, and the Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum.
  • Rahman continues to be an active and influential figure in the music industry, and his work continues to inspire and influence artists and musicians around the world today.

A. R. Rahman Quotes

"Your inner voice is the voice of divinity. To hear it, we need to be in solitude, even in crowded places." (Meaning)

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"Success comes to those who dedicate everything to their passion in life. To be successful, it is also very important to be humble and never let fame or money travel to your head."

"Each one of us has our own evolution of life, and each one of us goes through different tests which are unique and challenging. But certain things are common. And we do learn things from each other's experience. On a spiritual journey, we all have the same destination."

"When you do something with a lot of honesty, appetite and commitment, the input reflects in the output."

"If you drive too fast on the highway, you will topple, so you better maintain your speed. Life is similar to that, and that's the way you have to control your head."

- A. R. Rahman Quotes

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